Wanda Bindrup Blaisdell
Wanda Bindrup Blaisdell , died peacefully on her 89th birthday, April 17, 2010, in Sandy, Utah. She was born in Logan, Utah on April 17, 1921 to John Erval and Ellen Anderson Hanson Bindrup. She spent her early years in Logan and graduated from Logan High School. She loved music and sang in a special chorus in high school. She married James Pershing Blaisdell on September 15, 1941 in the Logan LDS Temple.
She lived in Idaho, Minnesota, Montana, Virginia, and Utah as she was raising her family. She made many lifelong friends with each move to a new place. Her favorite calling in the LDS Church was primary chorister, a position she held for 50 years.
Mom was a warm and giving person. She was a wonderful poet, writer, public speaker, vocalist, dramatist, and director/composer of musical programs. She received numerous awards for her original poems, including first place awards in the Utah Arts Council Light Verse Competition and the National Federation of State Poetry Societies. She judged and sponsored many contests nationwide. She was president of the Utah State Poetry Society, president of the League of Utah Writers, and served as 4th vice president and historian for the National League of the American Pen Woman.
For ten years Mom directed the Utah State Junior Creative Writing Program. She loved working with children and gave much encouragement and help to young writers of Utah and the nation. She was honored as UTAH WRITER OF THE YEAR for 1983. Among Utah poets, she is lovingly known as "The Queen of Light Verse.
Mom loved a good party. She loved to cook, decorate her house, and go shopping. Avon, Reader's Digest, and lots of mail order catalogs with surely miss her business!
Mom will be missed by her five children: JoAnn (George) Warr, Steven (Cindy) Blaisdell, David (Ginger) Blaisdell, Ron (Carla) Blaisdell, and Barbara (Scott) Christensen, her 17 grandchildren, soon to be 19 great-grandchildren and by her brother, LeGrande Bindrup. She was preceded in death by two sons, Don and Robert and by her husband of 68 years, James Pershing (Beezer) Blaisdell.
A viewing will be held at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th Street Ogden, UT on Thursday, April 29, 2010 from 6-8PM and one hour prior to services. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, April 30, 2010 at the same location at 11AM. Interment at Logan City Cemetery, Logan Utah.
Dave: Sorry to see of the loss of your Mom. You and your Family are certainly Blessed for the longevity of your parents' lives. I hope the rest of you are well. Always, Chris
Chris Rebstock (Salt Lake City, Utah)
I loved your mom and we were really great friends. I have missed her terribly the last few years for we seemed to have lost contact though I tried to get through unsuccessfully. My condolences go out to you, and I know you cared for her deeply. Helen
Helen Mar Cook (Argyle, TX)
Wanda was a genuine friend and a wonderful poet. She gave so much in so many ways to poets. I always enjoyed working with her. Her enthusiam and joyfulness will certainly make Heaven a better place.
Kolette Montague (Centerville, UT)
Steve and Cindy, Our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Gary, Joan & Your Friends @ SJI
SJI Financial Services (SLC Utah, )
Our family wants to send our love as neighbors. We are sorry for the loss of such a wonderful woman. She really gave of herself to her community. We hope that you take comfort in the words found in John 5:28,29 about a resurrection hope we can look forward to. Until that time in paradise, we send our condolences.
The Hemmingsens (Salt Lake City, UT)
My condolences. Wanda is a dear friend and I have missed her for sometimes now. I am sure she is happy to be with Jim.
Helen Mar Cook (Argyle, TX)
We have wonderful memories of your Mom and Dad back in McLean. I'm sorry we can't be there to share them with you at her services. Know you are all in our thoughts and prayers
Theral and Jane O'Bryant (Lehi, UT)
Our family has such fond memories of Wanda and her many talents. She directed the music in Primary all those years ago when I was young! Our prayers are with all of you at this time. My mother, Elizabeth (Elaine) Haroldsen sends her condolences also as she has no computer to send a message. We will all be thinking of you. Please know of our love.
Ronda Haroldsen Sjavik (Carnation, WA)
Dear Barbara, Scott and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Your mother had a great impact on my life as a young person. I still recall her devotion and joy as she directed songs during Primary or other Church meetings. Of course my memories are enriched by visiting my grandparent's across the street and growing up with Barbara. With all best wishes, David Dee
David Dee (Salt Lake City, UT)
To all the Blaisdell Family. I knew your family when your Mom was our wonderful Primary Chorister in the Falls Church Ward. It would be hard to find anyone as competent. I am also glad I had the opportunity to visit with her this past year. I send my love and sympathy to all of you. Love, Leila W. Horne
Leila W. Horne (Orem, Utah)
Steve, Cindy and family We were so sorry to read about your mother. She sounds like a special lady. Our prayers are with you at this time of joy and sorrow. God bless you all. We knew Steve through Kay and Cindy through her mom. Take care.
Kay and Diane Lemmon (Salt Lake City, UT)
- Home: Sandy, UT
- Death Date: April 17, 2010
- Birthdate: April 17, 1921
- Place Of Birth: Logan, UT
- Service: Friday, April 30, 2010 @11:00 am
- Location: Leavitt's Mortuary - 836 36th St. Ogden
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